Guest The Pom Queen Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 WHEN ARE THE JOBS? A large number of fruit pickers (up to 140 per day) are required during our fruit picking season in the mid January to late March/April period each year. We may also have vacancies for experienced tractor drivers. WHAT CROPS? Peaches, pears and then apples. PAYMENT Fruit pickers are paid on a piece-work system (rates are approved by the government authorities, growers and unions)so the more fruit you pick the more you earn. There is no guaranteed minimum wage for most fruit pickers on our farm. WHO ARE THE WORKERS? We have a large number of fruit pickers from all over Australia and many parts of the world. To work with us you must be an Australian Citizen or an Australian permanent resident, the holder of a New Zealand Passport or have an Australian visa that allows employment. WHAT IS THE JOB LIKE? Picking is generally done from steel ladders, so you need to be fairly healthy as there is a fair bit of carrying, lifting and walking. The fruit is picked into a bag which is slung over your shoulders in a harness fashion and then emptied into the 'bin'. The bin holds the equivalent of 22 cases of fruit, so it can take some time to fill a bin up. If you are new to fruit picking you may find it fairly difficult to begin with, but within a couple of days you will find that your daily bin numbers are likely to increase as you develop better technique. INDUCTION Before you start working on our orchard you will be instructed in the correct and safe techniques of using a picking ladder and other aspects of fruit picking. SUITABLE WORK CLOTHES Because it is generally warm you should dress for the environment. A long sleeved shirt is recommended. Boots or shoes with a firm sole will protect your feet. Thongs or bare feet are not acceptable. Sun screen is advisable for protection from the sun and hats are compulsory. ACCOMMODATION We have fully catered accommodation in 2 - 3 bed rooms and a camping area for those with tents. We also have a caravan park for those with their own vans and motorhomes. HOW AND WHEN TO APPLY Application forms can be completed on our website http://www.rjcornish.com from the beginning of December through to the end of February each year. INTERESTED? Visit our website http://www.rjcornish.com for further details. Phone (03) 5872 2055 Fax (03) 5872 1054 jobs@rjcornish.com R J Cornish & Co Pty Ltd 174 Cottons Rd Cobram 3644 Victoria AUSTRALIA http://www.rjcornish.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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